Apply for a permit to convert a property into room rentals
Do you want to convert (change) a property into room rentals? You will need a conversion permit (omzettingsvergunning) from the municipality. You will then be allowed to change the property into non-independent living space (suitable for room rentals).
In The Hague a conversion permit is required for room rentals for 3 or more people. A conversion permit will be granted only:
- in neighbourhoods:
- where the average property value (WOZ-waarde) is higher than € 435,000 (in 2024) or € 450,000 (in 2025)
- where 5% or less of the homes are currently being used for room rentals
- in neighbourhoods which have not been designated as vulnerable
- for properties:
- which have 18 square metres of living space or more per occupant
- which meet the conditions for sound insulation if there are more than 5 occupants
- where there are not more than 8 occupants
More information on all of the rules can be found on the page Begin link: Rent out a room, end link. .
You pay € 543.90 (in 2024) or € 562.85 (in 2025) for your application. Even if you do not get a permit.
Only the owner of the property can apply for a conversion permit. Or the owner can authorise somebody else to do this on his behalf.
Online
By post
You can also print out the application form and send it by post to the municipality. Send it to:
Dienst Stedelijke Ontwikkeling
Postbus 12655
2500 DP Den Haag